Loader

South Hams District Council; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking loaders for their refuse collection service. This full-time, temporary position requires collecting kerbside bins and recycling in all weather conditions, walking considerable distances daily. Ideal candidates should have waste and recycling experience, although enthusiasm is highly valued. The role offers a competitive salary and is part of a Disability Confident employer scheme.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in waste and recycling is advantageous.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Collect kerbside wheeled bins and box recycling collections.
• Walk up to 10 miles a day as part of refuse collection service.
• Work outdoors regardless of weather conditions.

Job description

Loader

• Posting date: 27 November 2025
• Salary: £24,796 per year
• Additional salary information: Local Government Pension Scheme
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 27 December 2025
• Location: Kingsbridge, Devon
• Remote working: On-site only
• Company: South Hams District Council
• Job type: Temporary
• Job reference:

Summary

Contract: 18 months fixed term

We are looking for loaders for our refuse collection service working out of our Torr Quarry Depot. Waste and recycling experience is great, but enthusiasm counts for a lot so don't be put off.

It's a fit job walking up to 10 miles a day, so you'll certainly have your daily step count covered! Rain or shine and the occasional snow, the wheels keep on turning, so you must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions collecting kerbside wheeled bins and box recycling collections.

For further details please contact Andy Patton, Operations Manager on 01803 861158 or email [e-mail]

Applications will be reviewed as we receive them. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Disability Confident

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.